Expert Answers about Chevrolet Sonic
- Will the Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4700 Touch the Ground During Turns
- The Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screening # RM-4700 has some movement where it attaches on the RV side that keeps it as straight as possible to reduce the chance that the fabric would hang too low. However it is possible for it to touch the ground if the tow bar has to be close to the ground in order to tow the vehicle level. While it is unlikely this will happen it is still possible. I have linked a video showing it in action.
view full answer... - Will Tow Ready Trailer Wiring # 118640 Affect the Tail Light Wiring on a 2012 Chevy Sonic
- The Tow Ready wiring harness, # 118640, plugs in line with the tail light wiring on your 2012 Chevy Sonic, but it receives the power for the trailer lights from the vehicle battery. There will only be a very minimal draw on the vehicle wiring because the harness only uses the connection to the tail lights to receive the signals to send to the trailer lights. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
view full answer... - Installation Instructions and Tips for Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2014 Chevy Sonic
- No videos yet showing installation of trailer wiring harnesses on a 2014 Chevy Sonic but I have linked the instructions for # 118640. The only part that would be tricky is routing the power wire to the vehicle battery. And even that is not difficult, it just takes a little longer. I have included a link to a help article with tips on routing the power wire for you.
view full answer... - Does Swivel of Blue Ox BX7380 Alpha 2 Tow Bar Require Lubrication
- Blue Ox states that the only portion of the tow bar that needs lubrication are the arms. To lubricate those, you'd remove the zip ties holding the rubber boots in place and clean the inner legs with silicone spray or brake cleaner, then lubricate with a light coat of multipurpose grease.
The washers used at the swivel are described as being 'self lubricating', they can be cleaned with soap and water if necessary.
view full answer... - How To Properly Set The Clevis To Vehicle On A Brake Buddy Classic 3 Braking System
- I took a look to see if Brake Buddy offers a smaller clevis for their Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39494, and they unfortunately do not.
However, their clevis is designed to fit almost any type of brake pedal regardless of shape or size. I also went ahead and checked the instruction manual to see if there was any tips for smaller brake pedals, and it stated:
Step 1. Turn the bottom jaw (A) of the clevis to either make the clevis smaller or wider so it...
view full answer... - Can I install the Peterson Plate Light with Bracket on the Curt 17x46 Cargo Carrier
- Since the Peterson Plate Light with Bracket, part # PM436B, weighs in at under a pound, I don't see any problem with installing it on the 17x46 Curt Cargo Carrier # C18145. If you would rather not drill into the cargo carrier frame you can use the Deka Cable Ties Kit # DW05724-10 to secure the bracket to the cargo carrier although it might not be as sturdy. You might also need some extra Wiring # 12-1-1 and Butt Connectors # DW05745-10 so finish the installation.
view full answer... - Does DLIS Fuse Still Need to be Removed on 2012 Chevy Sonic if Magnetic Lights are Used for Towing
- When I looked up the online version of the owner's manual for your 2012 Chevy Sonic it says that the DLIS fuse must be removed to keep the battery from dying since the key must be placed in the ACC position. This fuse removes power to the BCM causing the ignition relay to open. Even if you are using magnetic towing lights, like the Optronics # TL21RK, your battery would still drain due to other accessories that are already on your Sonic.
If you are wanting to avoid physically removing...
view full answer... - Is Drilling Required to Install a Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Chevrolet Sonic LT Hatchback
- There is no drilling required to install Curt trailer hitch # C11258 on your 2013 Chevy Sonic. Installation is estimated between 1/2 hour and 1-1/2 hours depending on your level of ability and whether or not you have someone to help. You will not have to remove or trim anything either. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
If you will be using the hitch for hitch mount accessories such as a bike rack or cargo carrier you will need to make sure that the chosen...
view full answer... - Is a Vehicle Lift Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Chevy Sonic Hatchback not RS
- Howdy to you, too!
Installing a trailer hitch on your 2013 Chevy Sonic Hatchback does not require a lift. But there isn't much space between the ground and the vehicle so you would benefit from using a jack and jack stands. It will make the install process a lot easier and less frustrating.
The available trailer hitch for your hatchback model is Curt hitch # C11258. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Installation on 2016 Chevrolet Sonic
- Yes, on the wiring harness # 118640 you will need the black 12-volt power wire coming from the converter box to be connected to the battery on your 2016 Chevrolet Sonic. The converter box is necessary to protect the wiring of your Sonic and also your tail light circuits do not have enough capacity to power the LED lights on the trailer. The black wire supplies the power to the trailer lights and uses the signals coming from the Sonic's lights to determine which circuits to supply power...
view full answer... - Pulling Fuses to Flat Tow 2019 Chevy Sonic with Keyless Entry
- Pulling those fuses are supposed to disconnect the power so that your battery doesn't drain so, naturally, your 2019 Chevy Sonic won't start without power. I recommend using the FuseMaster # RM76512 for the BCM1 and BCM2 fuses and then the FuseMaster # RM76511 for the F07 fuse. I'm not able to find the owner's manual online so you may need to use another # RM76511 for the DLIS 1 fuse as well.
These FuseMaster units make it so that you just flip a switch to disconnect the fuses instead...
view full answer... - Installing Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400 & Tail Light Wiring Kit # RM-155 on a 2016 Chevy Sonic
- The Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400 is really only used when you will have trouble seeing the turn signal over the brake lights on your vehicle. If you check out the installation of the Tail Light Wiring Kit # RM-155 on a similar 2016 Chevrolet Sonic you can see that there is room in the part of the assembly that has the clear lens for the extra bulb so you shouldn't have trouble seeing your turn signal at the same time that your brake signal is activated.
With that being said, if you...
view full answer... - Are Separate Tire and Wheels Pre-Mounted?
- We have some popular wheel and tire combinations that come already mounted by the manufacturer. However, if you are interested in a separate wheel like the Aluminum Hi-Spec Series S5 Trailer Wheel - 13" x 5" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 # AM22323HWT and the Provider ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire # TTWTRTM1758013C, then you will need to mount them at your local garage as we don't mount tires.
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Chevy Sonic Sedan
- I'd be happy to give you all the parts that are needed to flat tow a 2019 Chevy Sonic, though there was not an available version of an online owner's manual for a '19 Sonic I could refer to so you will want to check your copy to confirm any necessary steps you need to take before flat towing. Here are the best parts for you to flat tow your Sonic:
- Base Plate Kit: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1703
- Tow Bar: Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with...
view full answer... - How Long Will a Kat's Oil Heater Pad Stay On and How Hot Will It Get
- As long as you clean the surface of the oil pan the Kat's Heaters Oil Pan Heating Pad # KH24150 is basically going to stick as long as you want it to. It won't wear out and fall off as the adhesive is very strong.
The element of the Kat's Heaters Oil Pan Heating Pad get surprisingly hot. Kat's says it will get between 300 and 400 degrees if not attached to something that will allow the heat to dissipate into.
Now how hot will it keep your oil? That depends a lot on the outside temperature,...
view full answer... - Locating Cold Side of Brake Light Switch on 2013 Chevy Equinox
- The best and safest way to determine which wire is the cold side of the brake light switch on your 2013 Chevy Equinox is to simply test them with a circuit tester like # PTW2993. You are looking for the wire above the brake pedal that only receives power with the brake pedal depressed and no power with any other function. The correct wire on earlier model years of your Equinox was light blue with possibly a white stripe. You can start by testing this wire.
Since vehicle manufacturers...
view full answer... - When Tapping into a Fuse Is there a Positive and Negative Side to Test For
- A fuse installs inline on the positive side of a circuit and does not have a power and ground. The fuse panel would not need to be tested for power and ground on either side of the fuse as both will have power.
view full answer... - What Lights Will Be Powered When Installing Tow Bar Wiring On 2020 Chevrolet Sonic
- The Roadmaster Smart Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Wiring Kit for Variable Voltage Incandescent Tail Lights # RM26FR you were looking at for your 2020 Chevrolet Sonic will power the tail lights when plugged in to your RV.
You should have turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights that come on when you turn on the running lights of your RV.
These functions will only happen on the tail lights, and will not light up the front turn signals.
If you are missing any of these functions I recommend...
view full answer... - Can A 2017 Chevrolet Sonic RS Hatchback Be Flat Towed?
- I took a look at the owner's manual for your 2017 Chevrolet Sonic, and your vehicle cannot be flat towed, unfortunately.
Instead, you're going to need to use a tow dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes # DM9713045.
This car dolly is foldable so it can be stowed away for storage and easily transported, has a steerable axle so it can be maneuvered easily, and also includes adjustable tie down straps and safety chains.
view full answer... - Installing Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass on 2016 Chevy Sonic
- The Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass # RM76511 referenced in your question is recommended for your 2016 Chevy Sonic when flat towing. This lets you bypass the vehicle's mini-fuse at the flip of a switch instead of having to physically remove the needed fuse every time you flat tow.
We do not currently have an installation video for this product on your vehicle, but I have attached the complete written installation instructions that you can take a look at.
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